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Vickers and Barrass Chartered Surveyors

Bishop Auckland
RICS Regulated

With roots dating back to 1973, we provide a dedicated land agency and surveying service across the North East. Whether you are selling a farm, letting a cottage, or navigating complex land rights, our RICS-regulated team offers the local insight and professional depth you need.

About Vickers and Barrass Chartered Surveyors

Rooted in the North East Since 1973

We are a firm of Rural Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents with a deep-seated history in the North East of England. Originally established by Harry Vickers over 50 years ago, our business has grown through strategic mergers—including Broadley and Coulson—and our acquisition by the Darlington Farmers Auction Mart.

Today, led by Managing Director Adam Barrass BSc (Hons) MRICS FAAV, we operate from our key hubs in Tow Law and Darlington. We aren't just property agents; we are specialist advisors dedicated to the success of farmers, estates, and landowners from North Yorkshire right up to the Scottish Borders.

Comprehensive Support for the Rural Community

Our team understands that rural property is rarely just about bricks and mortar. It’s about heritage, livelihoods, and complex legislation. We provide a truly multi-disciplinary service that covers everything from the sale of a family home to the intricate management of mines and minerals.

"We pride ourselves on being more than just surveyors; we are trusted partners to the region's agricultural and land-owning community."

Why Landowners and Homeowners Trust Us

We believe our strength lies in our credentials and our local presence. We don't just work in these areas; we live here and understand the local market dynamics intimately.

FeatureDetail
Established1973
AccreditationsRICS, CAAV, NAEA Propertymark, BIAC
CoverageNorth East, North Yorkshire, Scottish Borders
SpecialismsRural Land Agency, Residential Sales, Farm Consultancy
TeamChartered Surveyors, RICS Registered Valuers, Environmental Specialists

Specialists in More Than Just Sales

While we are known for our professional sales and lettings service for residential and commercial property, our expertise goes much deeper. We are the team you call when you need:

  • Strategic Farm Advice: Navigating the shift from traditional subsidies to new environmental stewardship schemes and capital grants.
  • Land Rights & Utilities: Protecting your interests when utility companies require access to your land.
  • Diversification & Development: Providing planning and development services to unlock the value of your assets, including renewable energy projects and telecommunications.
  • Professional Valuations: RICS Registered Valuers providing accurate assessments for probate, tax, and lending.

A Team of Qualified Professionals

Our firm is managed by a highly qualified team, including Holly Stafford (Director) and David Coulson (Consultant), alongside specialists like Pat Cotterill for environmental stewardship and Joanna Herbert for estate agency and lettings. This blend of youth and experience ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry while maintaining the traditional values of service and integrity that Harry Vickers founded the business on.

Services by Vickers and Barrass Chartered Surveyors

Residential SalesResidential LettingsCommercial SalesCommercial LettingsFarm and Land SalesRural ValuationsLandlord and Tenant MattersFarm Business AdviceLand Rights and UtilitiesPlanning and DevelopmentLivestock and Machinery ValuationsRenewable Energy ConsultancyEstate and Portfolio ManagementMines and MineralsDispute ResolutionTelecommunicationsEnvironmental StewardshipExpert WitnessFarm Subsidies and Grants

Service Areas

Available for services in the following postcode sectors:

dl13 4

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